Ancestor's Trail
A Shared Walk over the Quantock Hills in Somerset on the 26th August 2012
An introduction
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The Trail is inspired by Richard Dawkins' book “The Ancestor's Tale”, subtitled a Pilgrimage to the Dawn of Life. The book rewinds the evolutionary history of our species, and many others, back to our shared origins 3.7 billion years ago...
Wildlife Charities
The event also aims to raise awareness of nature conservation by promoting various wildlife charities. In 2012 walkers are invited to raise sponsorship for the :
•RSPB
and
Support
“A wonderfully imaginative, inspired idea!”
– Professor Richard Dawkins
“A brisk walk to the origin of life - who could hope for a better destination?”
– Professor Steve Jones